A TEENAGER who went missing has been found.

Essex Police issued an urgent appeal to find Keli-Marie Moorton-Stripe, a 17-year-old girl who went missing from her Basildon home on Thursday.

The appeal was made on Saturday, but police have now confirmed she has been found.

A spokesman said: "Great news, we are no longer looking for Keli-Marie Moorton-Stripe.

"We thank you for sharing and supporting our appeal."